Durango 4WD V8-5.7L Hybrid (2009)
Torsion Bar: Service and Repair
Front Torsion Bar - Removal
REMOVAL
CAUTION: The left and right side torsion bars are NOT interchangeable. The bars are identified and stamped R or L, for right or left. The
bars do not have a front or rear end and can be installed with either end facing forward.
1. Raise and support the vehicle with the front suspension hanging.
2. Remove the transfer case skid plate See: Body and Frame/Frame/Skid Plate/Service and Repair/Skid Plate - Removal.
NOTE: Count and record the number of turns for installation reference.
3. Mark the adjustment bolt setting.
4. Install loader/unloader tool 8686 (1) to the anchor arm (2) and the cross member (3).
5. Increase the tension on the anchor arm loader/unloader tool 8686 (1) until the load is removed from the adjustment bolt and the adjuster nut.
6. Turn the adjustment bolt counterclockwise to remove the bolt and the adjuster nut.
7. Remove the loader/unloader tool 8686 (1), allowing the torsion bar to unload.
